Brundage mocks amateurism as Olympic jokes spark debate
The column skewers Avery Brundage for opposing paid compensation to Olympic athletes, calling the United States a potential sports laughingstock. It notes familiar Carolina basketball figures Marvin English and local teams Eye Elon High Point matchups, and hints at a tight North State Conference race with several contenders.
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Tipton Prefers Minor League Ball
Eric Tipton former Reds outfielder finds bigger pay in the minors signing with St Paul of the American Association. He says the contract guarantees more money than three years in the majors and he currently coaches football at William and Mary as an assistant.
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Auburn Guard Connie McKelvey Bomber Missions in Europe
Auburn basketball guard Connie McKelvey from Selma served with the 15th Air Force overseas in Italy, flying 51 bombing missions in under a year. He stands 5-11 and weighs 140 pounds.
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Dolphins Face Underdog NC State In Chapel Hill Duel
The Blue Dolphins travel to Chapel Hill to meet NC State in a Southern Conference dual meet. Dolphin coach Dick Jamerson admits State is the strong favorite while his team seeks an upset after an unbeaten conference duals run since 1939.
Wind Clash Preview Sees High Point Aim For Conference Lead
High Point high school's bid for the conference crown grows after a 40-30 victory over Reynolds. Co Captain Jack Hawks scored 14 points while Ed Morris led scoring with 15. The Bison travel to Greensboro Friday for a pivotal clash that could decide the conference standings.
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Elon Christians Upset High Point 36 33 In Tight Second Half
Elon College defeats High Point 36 to 33 in a defensive second half. Roney Cates scores 15 points to pace Elon while Frank Henry leads High Point with sharp set shots and hustling defense. The game leaves Appalachian standings tied at halftime 23 23.
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Weekend AP Basketball Scores Report
West Virginia topped Temple 80 to 60 and Swarthmore beat Pennsylvania 77 to 48. Cincinnati downed Marshall 53 to 42 and North Carolina State beat Duke 83 to 57 with numerous other college results listed by Associated Press.
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Passeau Deplores Baseball Salaries
Memphis report on Claude Passeau after spinal surgery who attacks baseball high salaries. He cites players like Feller Williams and Greenberg while praising Musial and Marion for value beyond pay. He argues color influences pay and notes Musial and Marion as holdouts seeking less than top figures.
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North Carolina Teams Lead In Southern Conference Action
N C State moved back atop the Southern Conference with an 83 57 win over Duke in Raleigh. Dickey and Negley led State with 22 each, while Koffenberger added 18. Carolina defeated Davidson 46 38 in Charlotte as Dillon sparked the rally. Elon beat High Point 36 33. Guilford upset W C T C 58 49. Atlantic Christian beat ECTC 48 33 at Wilson. Virginia Tech edged VMI 47 41 in Blacksburg. Richmond topped George Washington 76 49 in Washington. The North State League saw Elon and Guilford win, Catawba Teachers hosting William and Mary Norfolk.
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Fights Night Roundup From Cities and Colleges
Boxers Johnny Bratton and Joe Muscato each won on points in Chicago and New York respectively. Auburn notes highlight Junior Jack Powell’s leadership despite injuries and returning lettermen Ray Williams and Erskine Russell. Vanderbilt’s late rally at Auburn kept the series one point in Vanderbilt’s favor after a 23 to 7 deficit.
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Highland Heritage and Vets Sweep Industrial League Wins
Highland defeated Triangle 52 to 41 to secure a top spot in the league as McDonald scored 14 for Highland and Walter Spencer added 12 for Triangle. Heritage crushed High Point Weaving 49 to 39 with Jones 18 and Chapman 21 leading scorers. V F W edged Carolina Craft 54 to 48 in a tight finish with Moe Harriss 17 and Ingram 15 pacing the Craft. Playoff games set for Thursday night with Triangle vs Heritage at 7, Heritage vs Highland at 8, and V F W vs Ranchman Chair at 9.
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Panthers Face Atlantic Christian In Big North State Showdown
High Point Purple Panthers host Atlantic Christian College in a North State Conference game with potential title implications. Atlantic Christian, led by Vince Columbo, beat High Point in Wilson earlier this season, while Panthers JV travels tonight with no preliminary game.
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Elon Pulls Ahead Late to Beat High Point in Conference Clash
In the second half Elon used deception to feed Cates and control the ball most of the time. With four minutes left Christians led 34-29 and 2:00 remaining 36-31. Panthers trimmed one basket, but Elon’s ball handling stayed strong, leaving High Point at 8-3 in the conference.
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Ruth to Visit Old Friend on Riverside Drive
Babe Ruth plans a visit to a longtime family friend near his Riverside Drive apartment this week. His daughter Mrs. Julia Flanders said Ruth, who returned Saturday after a three month hospital stay, has been invited to enjoy fresh air and sun from the friend's penthouse.
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